Thoroughly Wiped Out

Connor pointed out the crux of the issue, stating with piercing accuracy, "Have you ever considered what happens after you save Lucille?" "Once the nobility of Dilsburg discovers Lucille is alive, what kind of storm will it whip up?" "By then, they will be like rabid dogs, persisting until they've made sure that they took Lucille's life and thoroughly wiped out her influence!" "I know, you're sure to say you'd risk your life to protect Lucille. I trust that, but Frank, there'd be a time when you can't protect her." "Are you going to confront the whole Dilsburg for Lucille with just you alone?" Every word from Connor was a pointed critique. Those were massive hurdles, not to be easily overcame. Still, Frank replied with just three words, "Why can't I?" "Are you going to confront the whole Dilsburg for Lucille with just you alone?" "Why can't I?" The words left Connor staggering backward in exasperation, grumbling, "Fine, you think you're so great, you're willing to throw your life away